The Health Benefits Of Fish Oil

Improve Attention And Hyperactivity

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Omega-3 fatty acids, as we know, play an important role in the brain, and this is part of the reason why children getting enough omega-3s can help stave off behavioral conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Studies have indicated supplementation for these fatty acids, including with fish oil supplements, does improve symptoms of behavioral issues and learning difficulties associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and similar conditions. Benefits gained from these studies and fish oil appear to be reductions in impulsiveness, aggression, inattention, and hyperactivity in children with conditions like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

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May Prevent Cognitive Decline

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Evidence indicates individuals who consume higher amounts of fish typically experience a slower decline in their brain function as they age, especially when Alzheimer's disease comes into play. This is in part what has sparked the idea of studying the influence of fish oil supplementation on the brain and if it can slow cognitive decline. Small studies have shown a correlation in slower cognitive decline and fish oil, though others have claimed there isn't clear evidence of a direct relationship between the two, which means additional research is necessary to ultimately determine the extent of the influence fish oil supplementation has on the brain and cognitive decline.

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